Spend your stay in Fishtown at Ye Olde Kensington Soup House! A cozy historical space just off the bustling Girard Avenue!

The space
The space you will occupy during your stay is directly on the first floor, sporting a living room , full bathroom, and a spacious bedroom complete with a queen sized bed. In the living room, you will find a microwave/convection oven, kettle, coffee maker, mini fridge, coffee table with magazines and a notepad, as well as a couple homey chairs with a large couch to boot. Our bathroom features a walk-in custom-tiled shower designed and built by legendary tile artist Katia McGuirk along with a sparkling clean toilet. The bathroom is fully stocked with towels, soap, and cleaning supplies. The bedroom sports a large queen sized bed perfect for a couple, a large wardrobe closet, an electric fireplace, and a large mantel mirror. The space is kept clean in its entirety while maintaining its historical look. Please reach out if you need additional essentials. We will do our best to fulfill your request.

Guest access
Guests will have access to the leading hallway from the front door to the Airbnb door, the living room, adjacent bathroom, and the bedroom.

Other things to note
The Kensington Soup House was first erected in 1870 as a relocation of the Kensington Soup Kitchen, originally instituted in 1844. The building served the community right up to 2007 as Phildaelphia's last neighborhood soup kitchen. Since its inception, the Soup House served destitute families with hot meals, living spaces, and even work opportunities. From the early 1900's to 1960, it even served free coal to those in need from the surrounding neighborhood. The Soup House was purchased and renovated by Katia McGuirk to now function as a beautiful, unique home to many.

Registration Details
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